How to have a successful DITY (do-it-yourself) military move

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Preparation for moving in Norfolk, Va is critical for a successful move. In the words of Benjamin Franklin, "If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail." Planning is an important aspect to everything we do, regardless of it being a large or small task.

Imagine the day before your big move in Norfolk, Va. Nothing has been packed, and you're scrambling to do things at the last minute. You're trying to place your belongings in boxes, determining the size of the boxes, and even trying to figure out if you have enough moving supplies. The day of your move, you're completely frazzled because things are unorganized and you ran out of time. Now, your move will take longer because you didn't take time for organization.

Pro Tip #1

Avoid waiting until the last minute to get ready for your move. Your Norfolk Va movers will always be ready to help, but when you go into a day with a level head and clear thinking, it would go a lot smoother and be more efficient.

Scenario 2

You have all your belongings packed and ready to go. You have organized your boxes, made sure that you have your moving essentials but you realized that you underestimated the amount of belongings you have. Since you underestimated what you had, you realize that it's going to take longer than what you anticipated. As a result, you have to spend more money.

Pro Tip #2

Avoid budgeting incorrectly. If your Norfolk movers have you scheduled for a 3-hour move, request a 4-hour rate. If you only need them for 3 hours, that's great and you have saved money. If the move does in reality take 4 hours, then you will have enough money to cover the expense.

Scenario 3

This scenario is similar to being in a rush and saving important tasks for the last minute. But since you are in such a hurry, you fail to label the moving boxes. Oh no! Not only will it cost you more money, it will add more stress to the process. 

Pro Tip #3

Your Norfolk Movers recommend that you start packing and labeling your moving boxes prior to the move. Organization is the key to many successes.

Scenario 4

Imagine accidentally packing flammable liquids in a box and it spills and leaks all over the moving truck but on the rest of the furniture as well. This is a recipe for disaster. You wold also be in violation of the law and putting yourself and other movers in danger.

Pro Tip #4

Best Norfolk Va moving companies says, "Don't pack flammables. It may be easier to start fresh versus transporting flammables. 

Scenario 5

You load your boxes and other furniture, but you forget a critical component of moving which is securing your possessions. Once you reach your final destination, you have found that many of your possessions are either damaged or broken. When you don't secure your items, they will move around on the truck and have a higher chance for damage. 

Pro Tip #5

Norfolk Va movers recommends that you wrap valuable items with bubble wrap and buying the right supplies for securing the boxes. Avoid using paper or plastic bags for very fragile items.

Scenario 6

You've placed your house on the market during summer months. You've sold your house and are ready to move to your new destination. One problem, the date that you need to be moved is no longer available. Summer months are the busiest times in the moving industry.

Pro Tip 6

Secure your moving date as early as possible. Professional movers experience high seasons, peak demand and other surges in their business according to the time of year, weather expectations and day of the week.

Scenario 7

In the rush to get the moving process over with, you hire the first moving company that you find. They show up late, damage your belongings and charge outrageous fees. This is not what you anticipated with your move.

Pro Tip 7

Norfolk Movers recommend researching the moving companies before you hire them. Compare companies by researching their pricing policies (including flat rates and additional fees) online reviews, mission statements, truck sizing and number of movers.

Scenario 8

Moving day was a success, and you were able to accomplish everything that you needed to do. But your forgot to change your address at the post office.

Pro Tip 8

Make a note or place a reminder on your phone to ensure that you change your address.

Scenario 9

You've researched your moving company and hired the right movers and the date is secured. But in the process of getting the move done, the house becomes damaged.

Pro Tip #9

Your Norfolk Va Movers recommend laying down cardboard to move furniture or appliances and taking extra care when moving through doorways. 

Pro Tip #10

Don't forget about your pets!

Pets can often sense something is off in the home, and their behavior may change as a result. Make sure to create a list of essentials that the pet will need during transport and research the effects of travel and moving on a particular type of pet.